Some couples find that making love in the water feels a little more frisky. This is due to buoyancy and the fact that it’s harder to get stuck with the wrong position.
However, if you want to have penetrative sex in the pool, it’s best that you bring lube with you. That’s because chlorine can dry out your skin and make sex a painful experience.
Public Pools
The warm, sunny weather of summer is practically an aphrodisiac, so it’s no wonder that many people want to take their lovemaking into the pool. However, it’s important to remember that sex and water is a different experience than sex on land and comes with unique challenges.
First of all, it’s important to be aware of the risks associated with pool sex and practice good safety measures. In addition to the risk of infection, there’s also a higher risk for injury if you aren’t careful. This includes falls, drowning, drain injuries and entanglement with objects. In addition, engaging in sex in a public pool can put you at risk of being caught by onlookers and charged with public indecency or sexual impropriety.
If you’re going to have sex in the pool, it’s best to choose a private pool that you can close off from other swimmers. That way, you’ll have complete privacy and be less likely to get caught. Also, use condoms to protect yourself from STDs and unwanted pregnancy. If you’re using a condom, be sure to check it frequently, as the chlorine in a swimming pool can weaken them.
Another thing to keep in mind is that the water in a pool will wash away your natural lubrication, which can make intercourse more uncomfortable. Plus, the chemicals in a pool, which are meant to kill germs, can irritate your vagina and cause a yeast infection or UTI.
Private Pools
Couples often seek new and exciting sexual positions, and some may even turn to a pool for sex. But is it safe?
If you’re in a private pool, it’s more likely that others will not be able to see or hear your sexual activity. That makes voyeurism much less of an issue, but it’s important to be aware that other people could be watching. If this is an issue for you, consider having sex in a friend’s pool or your own backyard pool instead of a public one.
Another thing to be aware of is that chlorinated water can kill bacteria, but it won’t protect you from STDs. That’s why it’s still important to use a condom, and make sure you check it frequently. You should also shower after sex to reduce the risk of a UTI.
The lack of lubrication can also cause friction that increases the risk for genital infections. This includes not only STDs but also nonsexual ones, such as dyspareunia, which is pain that affects the vulva and penis. That’s why it’s important to use a lot of lubricant, especially before and after sexual intercourse in the pool. You should also avoid penetrative positions in the pool, and be careful not to create small tears in your genitals. This can lead to painful, slow healing.
Water Safety
We’ve all heard the old sexual cliche, “wetter is better,” but that doesn’t necessarily hold true for your private bits. In fact, when it comes to your crotch, water can actually wash away your natural lubrication, leading to painful sex and a lot of friction. This is because unlike showering or using a water-based lube, pool H2O is typically chlorinated, which can cause serious irritation and dryness.
You also don’t want to have sex in the pool without proper protection. Pools are notoriously dirty places, and even though chlorination helps kill bacteria, there’s still a chance of bacteria entering your body through the vagina. Using condoms (especially latex) is the best way to prevent STDs and unwanted pregnancies while engaging in pool sex.
It’s also a good idea to use a silicone-based lubricant like Uberlube or Jo Anal to help ensure the lube stays on during sex in the water. And never have sex in the water while you or your partner are drunk, very tired or under the influence of drugs, as there’s a much higher risk of drowning.
Getting Caught
While it is tempting to turn up the heat in the pool, getting caught in this kind of activity can be embarrassing and dangerous. Not only does this put you at risk for STIs, unwanted pregnancies, and other complications, but it can also get you into legal trouble. There is the potential to be arrested for public sex and indecency, plus you could risk injury from falling over or being hit by something that is floating around.
Pool chemicals can be harmful to your vaginal health, too, causing inflammation and thrush. They can also disrupt the balance of good bacteria and lead to urinary tract infections. You can avoid this by showering before and after sexual intercourse in a pool, and by using a lubricant that is safe to use in water, like silicone-based lubes.
Finally, swimming pool water can be dirty, containing urine and feces from other swimmers. That, combined with low levels of chlorine, can create a breeding ground for bacteria and increase your chances of a UTI. To reduce this risk, always urinate after sex in the pool and replenish the lubrication that the water washes away with a thicker one, like Uberlube or Jo Anal.
The bottom line is that there are too many risks involved with pool sex to make it worth the potential damage to your vulva and to your reputation. So save your sexy summer pool moves for the privacy of your bedroom.
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